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Why Justice for Animals Is the Social Movement of Our Time

Animal Ethics

"There is no longer dispute among serious scientists that humans aren’t the only animals who have the capacity to suffer physically and mentally. Elephants, great apes, orcas, dogs, cats, and many other animals can experience depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and compulsive disorders.

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The Power of Pets Initiative

4 The Love Of Animals

Spring 2011. Mars Petcare and Human-Animal Interaction. For decades, Mars Petcare – through its world-renowned WALTHAM® Centre for Pet Nutrition – has led the way in research in Human-Animal Interaction (HAI), the scientific field that studies the bond between humans and companion animals. .; Chicago; and Portland, Ore.

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From Today's New York Times

Animal Ethics

Mr. Bittman has some strong answers: evolutionary psychology, convenience and propaganda posing as marketing. June 6, 2011 The writer is the author of “ Honest Eating.” Why eat produce that has no flavor? Why not go next door and grab a salty, fatty burger in a bag? It’s so much easier. Why do we eat so much meat?